The CEI Blog

East Bay Senior Independent, April 2018

As the weather warms up, trees grow, flowers bud and bulbs produce bright colors and there’s a natural urge to come out of hibernation ...
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The Aging Homeless Population Brings Unique Challenges

The staggering truth about the growing number of homeless adults Homelessness was one of the issues senior advocates, policymakers, and senior service providers discussed ...
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When Caregiving Chooses You

My mother was an independent, strong-willed, vibrant 71-year-old living in Florida. She lived with my Aunt Mary, was a fantastic cook, loved to decorate ...
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East Bay Senior Independent, January, 2018

What are some free things to do near me? We've got the answer! Here is a full calendar of events we have hand-picked for ...
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New Medicare Cards are Coming

Starting in April 2018, people with Medicare will start receiving a new Medicare card with a new Medicare number. The new cards will be ...
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Afi Couldn’t Walk 5 Feet. Now You Can’t Stop Her.

Afi Tiombe Kambon is a ray of sunshine. She dresses in colorful clothing and has a permanent smile on her face. She makes it a point to ...
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CEI Opens New Healthcare Clinic and Day Center in San Leandro, for Alameda Seniors

Grand Opening of San Leandro PACE Center Clinic Program of All-inclusive Care for the Elderly Expands in Alameda With the opening of its new, state-of the-art PACE ...
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Visiting parents for the holidays?

Know they are healthy & safe with these 10 questions When there are months between family visits, changes in your parents’ health can seem ...
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Thrifty Holiday Shopping

Some of the best bargains and most unusual gifts can be found at your local thrift shop. You can feel good about shopping there because ...
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East Bay Senior Independent, December 2017

The East Bay Senior Independent is CEI's monthly calendar of free and low-cost events in Richmond, San Pablo, Berkeley, Albany, San Leandro, Hayward and ...
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